Participated · Equity · Jul 2026

Final Boss Sour produces gaming-inspired sour snacks made from real dried fruits candied with a proprietary sour coating and without artificial colors or artificial fruit flavors. The Los Angeles-based brand launched in October 2023 and has pursued a social-first growth strategy driven by frequent product launches and creator collaborations. It has generated more than 2 billion organic video views across TikTok, YouTube and Instagram, built the largest YouTube subscriber base of any sour candy brand, and become the largest sour candy brand on TikTok Shop. The company has executed collaborations with cultural and sports figures including Trevor Zegras and Jazz Chisholm Jr., and brands such as PAC-MAN and G FUEL. Final Boss Sour is expanding into major retailers including Walmart, Kroger, H-E-B, Wegmans, Hy-Vee, with planned launches at Target and 7-Eleven, and has raised a total of $12 million to date to support product innovation, creator partnerships and national retail expansion.

Participated · Seed · Jul 2026

FAVE produces certified organic, non-GMO drink mixes in flavors including Lemonade, Fruit Punch, Strawberry Lemonade, and Tangy Orange. Its mixes contain about 6 grams of organic cane sugar and roughly 25 calories per serving and are made without artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives. The brand positions itself as the first Certified Organic, Non-GMO Project Verified entrant in the drink mix category. FAVE was founded by Ryan Raish, a 20-year CPG sales leader who helped build brands such as Guayaki and popchips, and is headquartered in Carlsbad, California. The company launched nationwide at Sprouts Farmers Market, where its 10-count cartons are available in almost 500 stores for an $8.99 MSRP, and it also sells 16-stick pouches online via favemixes.com, Thrive Market and Amazon for $24.99 MSRP. FAVE has earned recognition including a Naturally Network San Diego Pitch Slam win, a Progressive Grocer Editor's Pick, UNFI’s "Up Next" designation, and KeHE’s "Golden Ticket."

Led · Seed · Apr 2026

Frozen One produces high-protein ice cream pints that contain 40 grams of protein and 380 calories per pint. The company was founded in 2025 by Alan Chen and Conner Mennig. After closing a $2M seed round, Frozen One plans to scale manufacturing to meet growing demand from expanded retail distribution. The brand is rapidly increasing placements, adding chains such as Bristol Farms, Wegmans, Central Market, Schnucks, and Heinen’s, and expects to be in about 2,300 doors by May with a nationwide rollout at Target. The new capital is earmarked to support manufacturing scale-up and the surge in regional and national retail placements.

Led · Equity · Aug 2025

Doughlicious, officially branded as Doughlicious® The London Dough Co., produces snack-size frozen cookie dough and gelato bites that are certified gluten-free, contain no added refined sugars or white bleached flour, and use no artificial additives or preservatives. Founded in London by Kathryn Bricken and operated alongside CFO and co-founder Dan Bricken, the company positions itself in the better-for-you indulgence space, reimagining traditional cookie dough with premium, clean ingredients. The brand has achieved rapid international distribution, with products now stocked in more than 8,000 retail stores across the U.S., U.K., parts of Europe, and the Middle East. Recent U.S. momentum includes a rollout to over 1,000 Kroger stores, significantly expanding its American footprint. Doughlicious complements its product ethos with sustainability initiatives and a focus on novel flavor innovation. Looking ahead, the company plans to accelerate global expansion and further product development, leveraging new strategic investment and an expanding team to solidify its leadership in the next generation of frozen treats.